1800s (19th Century) Maps of Portsmouth, Rhode Island
Explore 4 historic maps of Portsmouth from the 1800s (19th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1800s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.
Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Portsmouth's landscape evolved across the 1800s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.
- Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1800s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
- See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
- Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
- View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.
Start exploring Portsmouth's history through authentic maps from the 1800s. This is your window into the past.
Portsmouth, RI maps
(4)- 1888 Map of Fall River
1888 Fall River1888 Print · USGSCoastal Massachusetts and Rhode Island are captured here in the late nineteenth century as industry and agriculture thrived side-by-side. Genealogists and researchers can trace the early rail networks of the Old Colony Railroad or locate family homesteads near Tiverton Four Corners and Little Compton. - 1890 Map of Narragansett Bay
1890 Narragansett Bay1890 Print · USGSNarragansett Bay's western shore comes to life in the late nineteenth century, showing a landscape of rail-linked villages and coastal landmarks. Genealogists and historians can trace old homesteads and transit hubs from Wickford Junction to the State Farm and the Bristol Ferry. - 1892 Map of Narragansett Bay
1892 Narragansett Bay1892 Print · USGSNarragansett Bay in the late nineteenth century reveals a coastline defined by maritime commerce and early rail connectivity. Genealogists can trace family roots in old village centers like Wickford, Apponaug, and Conimicut, or locate the State Prison near Natick.8 unique versions available - 1893 Map of Fall River
1893 Fall River1893 Print · USGSCoastal Massachusetts and Rhode Island are captured here in the late nineteenth century as the textile industry and railroads reshaped the waterfront. Genealogists and local historians can trace early family holdings and hubs like Globe Village, Tiverton Four Corners, and the old Bordens Wharf.9 unique versions available
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